Unit 4: A Troubled Young Nation This unit examines the literature of the late 19th century in America. Students will explore themes related to the evolving young nation, such as the challenges of westward expansion, slavery, the changing role of women, the displacement of Native Americans, the growth of cities, and immigration.
This unit examines the literature of the late 19th century in America. Students will explore themes related to the evolving young nation, such as the challenges of westward expansion, slavery, the changing role of women, the displacement of Native Americans, the growth of cities, and immigration.
EQ: What is an American?
Focus Standards:
RL.11-12.3, RI.11-12.3, W.11-12.5, SL11-12.2, L.11-12.2